MRI Technologist II - Days - Part-Time
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Cypress
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the MRI Technologist II position is
responsible for a variety of routine to complex diagnostic MRI
procedures to include common and special MRI exams of high
difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care
team and is fully competent in all aspects of magnetic resonance
imaging (MRI) exams. The MRI Technologist II position serves as a
mentor to MRI Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and
knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works
independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above
average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and
patient care situations. The MRI Technologist II position provides
direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special MRI
procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and
adheres to MRI exam standards and guidelines established by
governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer
service.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
- Guides and mentors MRI Technologist I and students to help
build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses
peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention
and employee engagement.
- Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written)
communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by
example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem
resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality
service during every customer and patient encounter. SERVICE
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs diagnostic MRI procedures to include common and
special MRI exams. MRI exams use magnetism, radio waves, and a
computer to produce images of body structures and gives insight on
the chemical makeup of tissues.
- Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of
the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient
care, image quality and patient experience. This includes:
positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical
factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging
results and recognizes complications and limitations associated
with certain procedures.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or
special MRI procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and
family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and
non-verbal skills, terminology and language. QUALITY/SAFETY
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures
accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures,
regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with
MRI safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job
role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and
policies.
- Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process
improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting
department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports
--near misses-- and inputs errors promptly into appropriate
hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and
identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and
proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and
medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
- Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC)
performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.
Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices
preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
- Assists with implementation and education of department based
safety initiatives and standards of practice. FINANCE ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient
procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Actively participates in special projects, department
initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities
to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes
and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going
basis.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by
engaging students and co-workers (MRI Technologist I) in learning
opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business
objectives. This job description is not intended to be
all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably
related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves
the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need
arises. EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing
body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. WORK
EXPERIENCE
- Three years' experience as a MRI Technologist LICENSES AND
CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- ARRT-MR - Radiologic Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(ARRT) OR
- ARMRIT - Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
OR
- CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State
Licensure AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging
/ difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations.
Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical
skills
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and
Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all
levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent
customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and
co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including, organizing work flow and actively participating in
problem-solving SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) Yes ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* Yes TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
Company Profile: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to
open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's
ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology
available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our
opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the
rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped
with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID,
many of them designed to make patient communication with
physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in
any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully
operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties
opening in 2024. Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer
inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Equal Employment Opportunity Houston Methodist is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Equal employment opportunity is a sound and
just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston
Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment
of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a
protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA
Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans
requested.
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